healthy meals

Take a good long look in the mirror because it’s time for you to take responsibility for your current situation.

You have set and accepted the standards and boundaries that have lead to your current level of health and fitness.

You have set the standard of allowing the exercise to be optional.

You have allowed eating out to become a daily occurrence instead of a weekly treat.

And you have allowed your portions to get out of control.

Sure, you have obstacles that get in your way – your schedule, your job, your kids, the weather, maybe even a knee injury from college…but ultimately you have the body that you accept.

I want to say that one more time so it can sink in.

You have the body that you accept.

And when you take responsibility for your current situation you take control. Whether your realize it or not you posses the ability to transform your body.

If I have sparked some strong emotions with what I’ve told you so far then let that empower you to get up and define your quality of life, your health and your fitness.

Don’t waste one more minute unhappy with your health or fitness because there is always something you can do right now to make a change.

Challenge yourself to make one small change today. Don’t wait or allow yourself to get stuck between inspiration and action. Because the time spent between your inspiration and your action determines whether you will succeed or fail.

If you need help along the way I am here for you. But before you reach out to me be very clear about what you’ll accept of yourself.

Want to know why people who are already fit and healthy can continue to crush the gym and eat healthy every single day? It’s because they focus on their potential NOT on their current fitness level, they’re always looking at what they are capable of doing and letting that drive them forward.

This is also tied to the standards they’ve set for themselves.

Living your own set of standards allows you to focus on your potential and the life you want to live.

No one can tell you what you’re capable of, so no goal or dream is out of reach. It doesn’t matter how many pounds or inches you need to lose, how many weeks, months or years its going to take, you have the potential to take yourself to that level and beyond.

If you focus on and believe in your own potential there is no limit to what you can accomplish and I promise you it will light a fire under you.

Bring a large pot of water to boil, add a pinch of salt. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds. Place in the boiling water, using a spoon to keep them submerged for 3 minutes or until the skin is slightly softened. Drain and set aside.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare a baking pan with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.

In a large skillet heat the oil on medium. Add the garlic, basil, onion, rosemary, parsley, salt and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes, until the onions begin to soften. Add the ground turkey and continue to heat until the meat is browned. Add the tomato and cook for another 2 minutes.

Remove from heat. Pour the spaghetti sauce into the turkey mixture and mix well. Add the cheese and mix until well combined.

Stuff each prepared bell pepper with the turkey mixture and place on prepared baking sheet. Cook for 15-20 minutes until the bell peppers are tender.

Here is the perfect snack to enjoy guilt-free. Each muffin is packed with protein that will fuel your day and support muscle growth. Make a bunch of these and save them in the fridge for snacks-on-the-go. Servings: 6

Ingredients:

6 omega-3, organic, free range eggs

1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped

1/8 cup of organic shredded cheese

Sprinkle of salt and pepper

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Line muffin tins with paper liners or grease lightly. Mix up the eggs, add bell pepper, cheese and seasonings.

Fill 6 muffin tins. Bake for 20-22 minutes, or until the egg is fully set.

Most baked goods are terrible for your waistline. Products made with refined flour, sugar and unhealthy fats should always be avoided. This recipe for mini muffins uses coconut flour, an alternative to wheat flour that is lower in carbs and gluten free. Enjoy one for a breakfast on-the-go or as a quick snack. Servings: 24